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Best Low-Flour Desserts

We've compiled a list of our best low-flour dessert recipes with the help of registered dietitian Laura Marzen. All of these yummy desserts contain 30 grams of carbohydrate or less per serving for a great finish to a healthy meal.

Lattice-Topped Apple Pie

Beautiful presentation and classic flavors come together in this flawless dessert. By adding crust to only the top, you get the flaky texture you crave from an apple pie without overloading on calories, fat, and flour.

Crustless Pistachio-Topped Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potatoes are a protein powerhouse, giving this dessert 5 grams of protein per serving. The crustless pie is always sweet and satisfying. The word "crustless" is a quick hint that a recipe calls for little or no flour.

Walnut Berry-Cherry Crisp

Cherries and walnuts are an exemplary pair in these individually sized crisps. With a warm, gooey tart-cherry center and a sweet, crunchy topping, these crisps won't last long at any table. The recipe calls for just 2 tablespoons of flour.

Chocolate Sherbet

Making this sherbet is unbelievably simple. Five ingredients are all you need to impress guests with this chocolaty treat. Top it with pomegranate seeds or other fresh fruit to complement the rich chocolate flavor.

Basic Crustless Pumpkin Pie

This healthy take on traditional pumpkin pie doesn't disappoint. With less sugar and fat, this dish is full of the flavor you expect and a calorie count you don't -- only 95 per serving. Bonus: There's no flour in this crustless creation.

Plum-Pear Phyllo Bundles

Elegant phyllo bundles are surprisingly simple to make (but you don't have to tell anyone). Impress your guests when you unveil these decadent desserts -- they'll be even more impressed by the fruity flavor!

Apple Crisp

Tender apples baked to perfection and topped with a light oat mixture is a classic combination. This crisp does one better by cutting the fat and syrups while delivering the flavors you crave. You'll need just 3 tablespoons of flour to create it.

Banana-Berry Cream Tart

Layers of sweetness combine in this fruity tart. Bake a coconut and brown sugar crust, cover it with bananas, and finish with a creamy vanilla topper. For a burst of color and flavor, sprinkle the tart with fresh berries before serving.

Rocky Road Parfaits

Just five ingredients (and no flour) combine to create these no-fuss desserts. Chocolate pudding is topped with crunchy peanuts and soft marshmallows for a treat that will take you back to your childhood.